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In 1893, a chemist was silvering double-walled glass for cold gases and made a stubborn flask, which created the thermosIn the pursuit of knowledge, scientist James Dewar engineered an innovative container specifically designed for the exploration of ultra-ch...- In the 1940s, Harold Ridley noticed plastic splinters sitting quietly in pilots’ eyes, and it wasn’t just wartime debris: It changed cataract surgeryDuring the tumultuous period of World War II, a serendipitous observation emerged within the field of ophthalmology. British pilots, expose...
- The Twain Met at the Met Gala: How Indian craftsmanship found its biggest fashion stage in New YorkIndian designers and artisans took centre stage at this year’s Met Gala, using the global fashion event to showcase traditional Indian craf...
- At Met Gala, it’s an India Inc takeoverIndia's corporate elite, including Isha Ambani, Ananya Birla, and Natasha Poonawalla, made a striking presence at the Met Gala, interpretin...
- Correction may be opportunity for some: 5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with an upside potential up to 28%Will they? Won’t they? Even as uncertainty persists over the proposed second round talks between the US and Iran, markets across the globe ...
- Why Putting a Bowl of Salt in Your Room Can Quietly Reduce DampnessDiscover a simple trick to combat dampness in your home. A bowl of salt, a time-tested solution, effectively absorbs excess moisture. Scien...
- Once home to the Peacock Throne looted from India, Golestan Palace now bears scars of Iran conflictTehran’s historic Golestan Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has reportedly sustained significant structural damage following strikes n...
- Step into this 100-year-old, diamond-encrusted, royal doll's houseThe jeweled miniature, a copy of Britain's Imperial State Crown, is part of Queen Mary's Dolls' House, on display at Windsor Castle outside...
- Acting coaches reveal 'The Crown' cast watched footage of British royal family to perfect their performanceThe season 6 of the Netflix riyal drama released in two parts on Nov. 16 and Dec. 14, begins in the summer of 1997 before Diana, the mother...
- Two men throw soup on Vincent van Gogh's iconic 'Sunflowers' painting, artwork back on display after 6 hrsThe work is one of several versions of 'Sunflowers' that Van Gogh painted in the late 1880s.
- Diageo India sees double-digit growth from scotches; steps up premiumisationThe company is working on a premiumisation strategy and reshaping its portfolio with renovations and innovations of brands such as Signatur...
- Elton John becomes second artist to be honoured with commemorative coin by Royal MintJohn is the second artist to be commemorated under the Royal Mint's Music Legends series after rock band Queen.
- The Sheesh Mahals of RajasthanMirror-work has traditionally played a very important role in decor of all kinds and Rajasthan and Gujarat, can be credited with introducin...
- Crafty and artistic: Witness the story of Czech glass at this exhibition in MumbaiThe Embassy of the Czech Republic and the Czech Trade Agency are hosting an exhibition to showcase pieces by local glassworks companies fro...
- How Pusser’s rum became the official drink of the British Royal NavyThe drink, which first quenched the thirst of workers and planters, crossed the oceans to reach America and Europe.
- The Indian parcel: Mumbai's dabbawalas buy turban, saree as presents for Prince Harry, Meghan MarkleThey will also distribute sweets to relatives of patients at government-run hospitals in Mumbai.
- The Lalbagh Flower Show which began in 1900s was inspired by the Chelsea Flower ShowThe aim of the show was to educate people and showcase the botanical riches of the garden.
- 'Constant innovation is our strategy'An engineer from IIT Madras and a management graduate from IIM Ahmedabad, Santhanam has worked with the Saint Gobain Group since its incept...
- Taj reopens Golden Dragon; Wasabi, Harbor Bar slated for Dec 1Last evening, when the iconic Taj Palace threw open the doors of the `Golden Dragon', its Sichuan restaurant, the new guests and old patron...
- British restaurant devises bonus blow-out menu: ReportA restaurant in Britain's financial district has devised a $2,000 a head menu for high-flyers to eat into their substantial bonuses, a news...
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